Promotional materials
2021
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World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021
Occupational safety and health and COVID-19: What lessons have we learned?
27 April 2021
To mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021, the International Labour Organization has assessed the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. Its report calls for sound and resilient occupational safety and health systems that are able to withstand future emergencies. Expert Manal Azzi answers key questions on the report.
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Impact of COVID-19 on Employment and Labour Market in the Kyrgyz Republic: Results of the Rapid Assessment
23 April 2021
The impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic is being felt by societies and economies across the globe, including Kyrgyzstan. This video summarises the results of the rapid assessment of COVID-19 employment and labour market impacts in Kyrgyzstan to appraise the current and expected effects of this social, economic and employment crisis, and propose policy responses for efficient recovery.
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Protect the mental health of health and care workers in the COVID-19 pandemic
07 April 2021
Health and care workers have been at the forefront of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic for more than a year. It has resulted in heavier workloads and longer working hours, with insufficient time for rest and recuperation while continuously being exposed to the risk of infection. In addition, many face violence, harassment and stigmatization as they try to do their jobs. All this is taking a toll on health workers’ mental health and wellbeing.
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Euronews Now
Guy Ryder on Euronews Now: Countries should work together to support digital labour platform workers
24 February 2021
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Poster
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021 - Poster - Yellow version (small)
10 February 2021
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Poster
Safeday 2021 Poster - Blue version
10 February 2021
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Poster
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021 - Poster (Dark blue version)
10 February 2021
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Poster
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021 - Poster (Yellow version)
10 February 2021
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Poster
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021 - Poster - Dark blue version
10 February 2021
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Poster
Safe Day 2021 - Poster - Yellow version
10 February 2021
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Poster
Poster for World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2021
10 February 2021
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Construction: Building blocks to recovery after crisis
28 January 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the construction sector, which is sensitive to economic cycles. Yet, construction holds much potential to stimulate recovery, thanks to its potential to create jobs. Recovery measures can support the sector’s transformation towards sustainability and digitalization.
2020
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Video
2020: Looking back, moving forward
23 December 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, the ILO looks back on its human-centred approach to tackling the challenges of a unprecedented year. Learn more about the ILO's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and multiple crisis around the world at: www.ilo.org
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Video: Impact of COVID-19 on youth in Lebanon
17 December 2020
In 2019, the ILO supported a group of Syrian refugee and Lebanese youth to establish income generating activities to promote entrepreneurship and self-reliance among vulnerable groups. COVID-19 has created economic challenges to these youth, many of whom are now trying to find ways to adapt to the new ways of work.
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Video
How labour law applies to small enterprises
11 December 2020
Self-employed and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises account for two thirds of jobs worldwide. To ensure that all workers are equally protected, governments are implementing policies that extend the application, compliance, and enforcement of labour law to all enterprises regardless of their size, including those the informal economy and in self-employment.
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Marlee Matlin: Disability inclusion means business success
03 December 2020
Actor and activist Marlee Matlin says the ILO plays a crucial role in protecting the rights of persons with disabilities in the world of work. Inclusion of persons with disabilities achieves the twin goals of advancing human rights and ensuring business success.
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Global wages in times of COVID-19
02 December 2020
Global wage trends have suffered from massive downward pressure due to COVID-19, according to a new ILO report. Women and low-paid workers' wages have been particularly hard it by the crisis.
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Minimum wages are key for a human-centred recovery from COVID-19
02 December 2020
The new ILO Global Wage Report 2020-2021 examines the evolution of real wages around the world, giving a unique picture of wage trends globally and by region. It shows that adequate minimum wages are key for a human-centred recovery from COVID-19 and beyond.
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World AIDS Day
A tireless fighter against HIV stigma
01 December 2020
Baby Rivona Nasution has dedicated her life to fighting stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV in Indonesia. She actively promotes their right to contribute to every aspect of life, including the right to decent work.
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Highlights video: How employment and decent work can contribute to peace and social cohesion in the time of COVID-19
30 November 2020
Video summarizing the main messages of the virtual event held on 28 September 2020